Medico supports SOSA

Apr 24, 2009

Having practised medicine on
the Gold Coast for over 30 years I believe the provision of public open space is
a critical need for the future well being of the Gold Coast population.

In an area with ever more
dense development there is a crucial demand for areas where people can relax,
cool off, interact with nature and just have space. It supports renewal and
regeneration so necessary in this hectic world. The value of nature in health
is well known and undisputed.

The protection of the local
fauna and flora for its intrinsic value is also an important consideration.

We are indeed fortunate that
this last vestige of open space remains. It has only done so with the mighty continued
effort of some dedicated people working tirelessly against vested interests
that have little care for the long term amenity of the Gold Coast. Every little
piece of development impacts on the value of this open space. In a region with
a tainted history of development we are fortunate to have this remaining area
of The Spit still available.

There is no doubt that the
vast majority of the Gold Coast population want The Spit retained as a natural
area. Having listened to the views of very many people in the course of my work
and also at polling stations at state elections overwhelmingly backs up this
view.

I support absolutely the
submissions prepared by SOSA. I urge those making the decisions that will
impact this area to take good care to preserve this unique and irreplaceable area.